OSU AIAA was founded in 2012 by students with a goal to introduce aerospace and aviation to a campus with no formal aerospace program at the time. Since those beginnings, the chapter has grown to serve over 200 members — one of the largest student organizations at Oregon State. The chapter is student-led and open to all majors and experience levels.

OSU AIAA strives to create a positive learning environment where students can build real-world skills for future aerospace careers, contribute to the university community, and participate in meaningful hands-on engineering experiences. The chapter’s mission is to advance the aeronautic and astronautic community at OSU through a continuously improving organization.

• ESRA — Experimental Sounding Rocketry Association

  Flies to an altitude of 30,000 ft with a self-chosen scientific payload.
• HALE — High Altitude Liquid Engine

  Builds a liquid fuel rocket aimed at reaching the edge of space.
• HART — High Altitude Rocketry Team

  Designs a two-stage rocket targeting 150,000 ft altitude.
• NASA USLI — University Student Launch Initiative

  Flies to 4,000 ft with a payload designed around a NASA-determined challenge.
• VFS MAV — Vertical Flight Society Micro Air Vehicle

  Competes in AHS-determined drone challenges such as simulated disaster relief.
• Agricultural Drone Team

  Designs, manufactures, and tests a heavy payload drone for agricultural use in developing countries.
• Design, Build, Fly (DBF)

  Designs a new airplane annually to meet AIAA-determined competition challenges.
• APOP — Aerospace Propulsion Outreach Program

  A U.S. Air Force–sponsored jet propulsion research team working to improve micro gas turbine performance.

• Guest Speakers & Industry Tours

  OSU AIAA hosts guest speakers from industry and organizes student tours of aerospace facilities to prepare students for internships and careers.
• STEM Community Outreach

  The chapter is dedicated to inspiring youth in the community to pursue STEM degrees and careers through outreach activities.
• Careers in Aerospace Fair

  Co-hosts an annual aerospace career networking event with Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance and OSU’s College of Engineering, open to all engineering and science students.

The WSU AIAA chapter operates as Palouse Aerospace, a student-led organization founded in 1995. Starting out as “The Airplane Club” competing in AIAA Design, Build, Fly, the group expanded into rocketry in 2014 and has since grown into a multidisciplinary aerospace organization. Palouse Aerospace also made history as the first university team in the world to successfully build and demonstrate an Unmanned Aerial System powered by liquid hydrogen as fuel.

WSU does not have a dedicated aerospace engineering degree program, making Palouse Aerospace the primary avenue for students to gain hands-on aerospace experience. The club is open to all WSU students and faculty — no experience necessary.

• Spaceport America Cup

  The rocket team designs and builds competition rockets for the annual Spaceport America Cup, one of the world’s largest collegiate rocketry competitions. Members pursue NAR certifications required to compete.
• Solar Plane

  An active project developing a solar-powered aircraft, continuing the club’s tradition of exploring alternative energy sources in aerospace.
• Cargo Plane

  The plane team is currently designing and building a cargo plane to support rocket team testing operations.
• Liquid Hydrogen Fuel Cell Drone (Archive)

  The club made history as the first university team worldwide to successfully build and fly an UAS using liquid hydrogen fuel.

• Technical Skills Beyond the Classroom

  CAD applications including fluid simulations, aerodynamic design, flight physics, control systems, and technical report writing — skills not typically taught in standard coursework.
• Community Outreach Experience

  Members gain experience in community outreach and public engagement with aerospace topics.

The University of Idaho AIAA student branch is a multi-disciplinary group of students with an interest in expanding their knowledge in aerospace science and technology. The chapter is open to undergraduate and graduate students across mathematics, science, and engineering disciplines.

Members participate in a wide range of design competitions, research projects, and engineering activities throughout the academic year. The chapter meets weekly on Tuesday evenings and is supported by the U of I College of Engineering, which offers 20+ clubs and competition teams tied to national organizations.

• Design Competitions

  Students participate in a range of AIAA and national aerospace design competitions, applying classroom knowledge to real engineering challenges.
• Research Projects

  Members work on hands-on research throughout the academic year. Current and past projects have included rebuilding and testing a turbocharger and designing an AUV for future competition.
• Mentorship & Professional Skills

  U of I’s College of Engineering supports students through mentorship programs and a Professional Skills Institute, connecting members with industry professionals and internship opportunities.
• Regional & National Conference Participation

  U of I students are encouraged to travel to regional and national AIAA meetings and to compete in technical design and paper competitions.